Spending time in Varanasi, a visit to Sisters of Charity, and the Krishnamurti Retreat Center

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January 30th 2008

Published: December 28th 2007

12/28/07: Prior to leaving on this trip I wrote: Following my visit to Jaipur, I will fly back to Delhi to catch another flight to Varanasi. I am not sure what my adventure will entail while I am there, but it is a destination I have wanted to visit for some time. In addition to staying by one of the main Ghats, I will also be spending some time at the Krishnamurti Retreat Center. Varanasi is know... Read Full Entry

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Krishnamurti Retreat Grounds

So peaceful, right off the holy river.

Wood and its' uses

The rustic crossing bridge- Watch your step!

The Boatmen

Lights on the Ganga

Boys selling flowers, as they walk from boat to boat

Viewing temple ceremony from the boat

The busy foot bridge

Visiting the Krishnamurti Rural School

Visiting the Krishnamurti Rural Hospital

Lots of health issues from the polluted holy water, such a paradox. There are also several surrounding villages that are dealing with outbreaks of TB. Community services, and loving compassion at work here-- purely volunteer service. Two dedicated doctors see over 200 patients in just a morning.